Long Term Substitute Middle School Math Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade.

The school strives to provide an environment that cultivates a spirit of service, respect for diversity, global citizenship and character.

Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

Pace Academy seeks a Long-Term Substitute Middle School Math Teacher. This substitute position will teach eighth-grade Algebra I and Algebra I Honors.

With 282 students in the sixth through eighth grades, the Pace Academy Middle School is a vibrant learning environment that provides an innovative academic program within a nurturing community.

Our expert teachers create meaningful learning opportunities for students through lessons that emphasize academic excellence, critical thinking, empathy and integrity.

At Pace, we hire culturally competent and responsive candidates who believe in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school and can effectively incorporate those principles in their teaching.

Pace actively seeks candidates from historically underrepresented populations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Prepares course objectives and outlines for courses of study in conjunction with other Middle School faculty, following curriculum guidelines and state and school requirements

Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops

Effectively incorporates principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in teaching and classroom culture

Attends training, professional development and education in antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion

Communicates effectively with parents in a timely manner

Leads parent-teacher conferences

Attends parent gatherings and assists with school-sponsored trips

Participates in the co-curricular activities of the school community (such as coaching, sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, etc.)

Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree and / or math degree strongly preferred.

2-5 years of Math, specifically Algebra, teaching experience required. Middle-school experience preferred

Strong sense of humor, flexibility and desire to work with middle-school students is required

Must be available for after-school student help

Attendance at evening and weekend functions is occasionally required

Belief in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school so as to foster a sense of belonging

Proficient use of technology is necessary

Must be able to work on campus, for in-person learning

Please attach the following documents in a PDF or Word Format;

Cover letter

Resume

Teaching Philosophy

Three references

Teaching Certificate(s)

Learn more about the Pace Academy Middle School at :

www.paceacademy.org / academics / middle -school

Learn more about our Action Plan for Racial Equity at :

www.paceacademy.org / about / diversity -inclusion / action-plan-for-racial-equity

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer